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The Custom House Murder

'A-Grade crime fiction' LEE CHILD
Series: Blitz Detective
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The Custom House Murder by Mike Hollow is a gripping tale set in World War II-era London, where Detective Inspector John Jago confronts a mysterious murder at the Custom House docks. As wartime pressures mount, Jago threads through a web of deception and hidden motives, racing to uncover the truth amid the mounting chaos. The story intricately blends historical setting with suspenseful crime-solving.
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Format: Paperback / softback
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If you enjoy diving into intricately woven mysteries set in wartime London, this crime and thriller novel may captivate you. The author crafts a compelling narrative with vivid historical details and a gripping plot, making it perfect for fans of well-developed characters and classic detective stories.

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The Custom House Murder

When a pacifist is found murdered, questions are raised: why did the man have a loaded revolver? Did he have enemies? As DI Jago digs deep into the man's past, it seems like more than one person might have had a motive for murder.

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September 1940 is finally drawing to a close. With London having endured the Blitz for nearly a month, people are calling for vengeance: Britain should retaliate even harder with their own bombing campaign in enemy territory. But once again, the night heralds more destruction.

At Custom House, anxious residents dutifully head to the nearest public air-raid shelter as the warning siren wails. When dawn brings the all-clear, people disperse, but one man remainsβ€”he's dead, stabbed through the heart.

As Detective Inspector John Jago begins his investigation, he discovers that the victim was one of a minorityβ€”a pacifist. But why, then, was he carrying a loaded revolver in his pocket?

The Custom House Murder by Mike Hollow explores this intriguing mystery set against the backdrop of war-torn London.

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The Custom House Murder by Mike Hollow has received praise for its engaging portrayal of historical settings and well-crafted mystery. Reviewers appreciate the book's authentic atmosphere and intricate plot, which keeps readers guessing. Some highlight the vivid character development and the way Hollow captures the essence of the era, making it a captivating read for fans of crime and historical thrillers.

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INFORMATION

ISBN: 9780749026929

Publisher: Allison & Busby

Format: Paperback / softback

Date Published: 10 December 2020

Country: United Kingdom

Imprint: Allison & Busby

Audience: General / adult

DIMENSIONS

Width: 129.0mm

Height: 198.0mm

Weight: 0g

Pages: 352

About the Author

Mike Hollow was born in West Ham, on the eastern edge of London, and grew up in Romford, Essex. He studied Russian and French at the University of Cambridge and then worked for the BBC and later Tearfund. In 2002 he went freelance as a copywriter, journalist and editor. He's a published poet, and nowadays when not writing about the Blitz Detective he makes his living as a translator.

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